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WELCOME Is PERSONALISATION priceless? In this, our tenth edition, PURSUIT takes a look at the brands, services and creators answering the growing demand for one-off creations which is being seen across all facets of yachting lifestyle Looking to the past, present and future, we uncover the incredible stories behind one-off commissions, share the bespoke services allowing consumers to become creators and hear from the luxury leaders revitalising the true spirit of luxury through groundbreaking levels of ultra-personalisation. Our special thanks to the legendary Giorgio Armani for leading this edition with an exclusive interview covering his eponymous label’s evolution from fashion house to lifestyle brand. From home décor and hospitality to yacht design, the elegant world of Armani knows no bounds. Custom lifestyle is part of our DNA here at Ocean Independence. We take pride in matching you with your perfect yacht for sale, crafting one-of-a-kind charter experiences and guiding a new yacht from concept to completion. From specialist yacht operations to charter management and the resale of your yacht, our shoreside support is a powerful engine room delivering custom solutions.
PETER HÜRZELER & NICHOLAS DEAN Managing Partners, Ocean Independence
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TO P 1 0 YA C H T S Presenting the yachts designed for custom lifestyle
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MAIN IMAGE: PROJECT CENTURY X, BY CHRISTOPHER SEYMOUR, CARL ESCH AND FINCANTIERI YACHTS.
Highlights from the Ocean Independence sales fleet
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T H E G R E AT CO L L E C TA B L E S Ledmore & Co share the
WELCOME Is PERSONALISATION priceless? In this, our tenth edition, PURSUIT takes a look at the brands, services and creators answering the growing demand for one-off creations which is being seen across all facets of yachting lifestyle Looking to the past, present and future, we uncover the incredible stories behind one-off commissions, share the bespoke services allowing consumers to become creators and hear from the luxury leaders revitalising the true spirit of luxury through groundbreaking levels of ultra-personalisation. Our special thanks to the legendary Giorgio Armani for leading this edition with an exclusive interview covering his eponymous label’s evolution from fashion house to lifestyle brand. From home décor and hospitality to yacht design, the elegant world of Armani knows no bounds. Custom lifestyle is part of our DNA here at Ocean Independence. We take pride in matching you with your perfect yacht for sale, crafting one-of-a-kind charter experiences and guiding a new yacht from concept to completion. From specialist yacht operations to charter management and the resale of your yacht, our shoreside support is a powerful engine room delivering custom solutions.
PETER HÜRZELER & NICHOLAS DEAN Managing Partners, Ocean Independence
greatest collector cars
15
TO P 1 0 YA C H T S Presenting the yachts designed for custom lifestyle
19
S E A TO S K I
Our edit of the finest European ski chalets
20
S A L E S D I R E C TO RY
MAIN IMAGE: PROJECT CENTURY X, BY CHRISTOPHER SEYMOUR, CARL ESCH AND FINCANTIERI YACHTS.
Highlights from the Ocean Independence sales fleet
PUBLISHED by OCEAN INDEPENDENCE CREATIVE DIRECTION by ONE MENAGERIE COV ER : GIORGIO A RM A NI by STE FA NO GUIN DA NI CON TACT US : ENQUIRIE S @ OC YACH TS.COM and OCE A NIN DEPEN DENCE .COM
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TH E TOP T W ENT Y
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GIORGIO A RM A NI The CELEBRATED Italian designer REDEFINED luxury through fashion. As his empire evolves into LIFESTYLE, Giorgio Armani tells PURSUIT how his elegant aesthetic holds LIMITLESS POTENTIAL
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At Ocean Independence, we understand that the GREATEST LUXURIES in life are PERSONAL. In this edition of PURSUIT, we celebrate the RARE world of CUSTOM LIFESTYLE and speak with VISIONARY creator, GIORGIO ARMANI 04
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here are few names as synonymous with refined elegance and craftsmanship as that of Giorgio Armani. Since founding his eponymous fashion label in 1975, Mr Armani – as he is always reverently addressed – has created an empire which now spans haute couture, ready-to-wear, beauty, homeware, interior design, hotels and restaurants, floristry and even chocolates. There is no lifestyle element, it seems, which cannot infinitely benefit from the Armani touch. “It all stems from the drive to create a world which reflects my taste,” says Armani. “It’s a natural progression, or at least it was for me. First you dress the body then you dress the space inhabited by the body. Having furnished the space I also personalise it, exploring all the possibilities of an Armani label lifestyle.” This year, the homeware arm of the Armani empire – Armani/ Casa – celebrates its 21st birthday, but its story really began back in 1982 when Armani designed a lamp for his company’s Milan offices. Now known as the ‘Logo Lamp’, it became the Armani/ Casa logo and still forms an integral part of each collection. “I’m very fond of this piece; with its pure geometric shape, natural materials and colours, it symbolically encapsulates all the fundamental elements of my design philosophy,” he says. Just as Armani reinvented the way clothes were made – deconstructing centuries-old methods of tailoring to create a fluid, modern and rarefied silhouette – so too has Armani/ Casa influenced the way we live. While the brand’s early designs were strongly linear, it has evolved into something softer. “Over the years, however, I’ve discovered a certain softness, a taste for the artisan nature of material and, if you like, a toned-down, luxury frivolity which I now find are the key features of the collection,” says Armani. “Yet what truly emerges is the taste for the basic line which enhances the material. In this sense it is identical to my approach to clothes, in which it’s always the material which speaks, via the pared-down design.” Armani established the Armani/ Casa Interior Design Studio in 2004, realising his vision for elegant living. Recent projects include the Armani/ Casa Moscow Residences, a complex of 26 luxury properties close to the State Tretyakov Gallery, and he is also redesigning his historic building on Madison Avenue, New York,
which will house not only the new Giorgio Armani boutique but also Residences by Armani/ Casa. Armani’s expansion into hospitality with the launches of the Armani Hotels in Dubai in 2010 and in Milan in 2011 saw his vision distilled into service and setting. How did he ensure that the Armani aesthetic was imbued in every element? “In the only way I can – fanatically checking all the smallest details, making sure that everything, from the furniture to the service, reflects my idea and my vision. I’m pleased with the result because what the hotels are offering is a luxury yet extremely discreet service, not at all ostentatious, made to measure for each person.” Recently, Armani has also been designing interiors for yachts. “Designing yacht interiors represents the coming together of two great passions – on the one hand the sea and on the other the home as a space to be dressed,” says Armani. “A yacht is none other than a moving home on the water, a fusion of adventure and freedom. I very much like the technical limitations of this specific area of design, they stimulate creativity rather than inhibit it.” The key to Armani’s staggering success as a creative polymath is undoubtedly his unique ability to articulate his very specific style in myriad ways and to continuously evolve: “The decision not to evolve is fatal in my opinion,” he says. “I would say that mine is a deeply humanist vision, and my work glorifies the person in that everything, from furniture to clothes, is designed to show them off and not to disguise them.” The word ‘luxury’ is an easy word to attribute to Armani – both the brand and the man – and yet it is a term in danger of losing its potency, he says. “There is much talk about luxury, possibly too much, at times even losing sight of its true meaning. “For me, luxury is a personal concept and difficult to generalise; whatever makes you feel good is a luxury to me and is not necessarily something expensive. It can be a piece of furniture with maximum careful crafting and, likewise, having time available to spend with the ones you love. As a man, and businessperson, I think that the utmost in luxury is represented by freedom and independence. We’re realising this now more than ever.”
AS A MAN, AND BUSINESSPERSON, I THINK THAT THE UTMOST IN LUXURY IS REPRESENTED BY FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE
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GIORGIO A RM A NI The CELEBRATED Italian designer REDEFINED luxury through fashion. As his empire evolves into LIFESTYLE, Giorgio Armani tells PURSUIT how his elegant aesthetic holds LIMITLESS POTENTIAL
I M AG E S A B OV E Giorg io A r ma n i's cl i f fside v i l la i n A ntig ua a nd 6 5 -metre mot or ya cht Main
CUSTOM LIFE LIST
At Ocean Independence, we understand that the GREATEST LUXURIES in life are PERSONAL. In this edition of PURSUIT, we celebrate the RARE world of CUSTOM LIFESTYLE and speak with VISIONARY creator, GIORGIO ARMANI 04
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MAIN IMAGE: RODEO STOOL , RUSSELL SIDE TABLE AND PAMEL A L AMP BY ARMANI/CASA 2021
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here are few names as synonymous with refined elegance and craftsmanship as that of Giorgio Armani. Since founding his eponymous fashion label in 1975, Mr Armani – as he is always reverently addressed – has created an empire which now spans haute couture, ready-to-wear, beauty, homeware, interior design, hotels and restaurants, floristry and even chocolates. There is no lifestyle element, it seems, which cannot infinitely benefit from the Armani touch. “It all stems from the drive to create a world which reflects my taste,” says Armani. “It’s a natural progression, or at least it was for me. First you dress the body then you dress the space inhabited by the body. Having furnished the space I also personalise it, exploring all the possibilities of an Armani label lifestyle.” This year, the homeware arm of the Armani empire – Armani/ Casa – celebrates its 21st birthday, but its story really began back in 1982 when Armani designed a lamp for his company’s Milan offices. Now known as the ‘Logo Lamp’, it became the Armani/ Casa logo and still forms an integral part of each collection. “I’m very fond of this piece; with its pure geometric shape, natural materials and colours, it symbolically encapsulates all the fundamental elements of my design philosophy,” he says. Just as Armani reinvented the way clothes were made – deconstructing centuries-old methods of tailoring to create a fluid, modern and rarefied silhouette – so too has Armani/ Casa influenced the way we live. While the brand’s early designs were strongly linear, it has evolved into something softer. “Over the years, however, I’ve discovered a certain softness, a taste for the artisan nature of material and, if you like, a toned-down, luxury frivolity which I now find are the key features of the collection,” says Armani. “Yet what truly emerges is the taste for the basic line which enhances the material. In this sense it is identical to my approach to clothes, in which it’s always the material which speaks, via the pared-down design.” Armani established the Armani/ Casa Interior Design Studio in 2004, realising his vision for elegant living. Recent projects include the Armani/ Casa Moscow Residences, a complex of 26 luxury properties close to the State Tretyakov Gallery, and he is also redesigning his historic building on Madison Avenue, New York,
which will house not only the new Giorgio Armani boutique but also Residences by Armani/ Casa. Armani’s expansion into hospitality with the launches of the Armani Hotels in Dubai in 2010 and in Milan in 2011 saw his vision distilled into service and setting. How did he ensure that the Armani aesthetic was imbued in every element? “In the only way I can – fanatically checking all the smallest details, making sure that everything, from the furniture to the service, reflects my idea and my vision. I’m pleased with the result because what the hotels are offering is a luxury yet extremely discreet service, not at all ostentatious, made to measure for each person.” Recently, Armani has also been designing interiors for yachts. “Designing yacht interiors represents the coming together of two great passions – on the one hand the sea and on the other the home as a space to be dressed,” says Armani. “A yacht is none other than a moving home on the water, a fusion of adventure and freedom. I very much like the technical limitations of this specific area of design, they stimulate creativity rather than inhibit it.” The key to Armani’s staggering success as a creative polymath is undoubtedly his unique ability to articulate his very specific style in myriad ways and to continuously evolve: “The decision not to evolve is fatal in my opinion,” he says. “I would say that mine is a deeply humanist vision, and my work glorifies the person in that everything, from furniture to clothes, is designed to show them off and not to disguise them.” The word ‘luxury’ is an easy word to attribute to Armani – both the brand and the man – and yet it is a term in danger of losing its potency, he says. “There is much talk about luxury, possibly too much, at times even losing sight of its true meaning. “For me, luxury is a personal concept and difficult to generalise; whatever makes you feel good is a luxury to me and is not necessarily something expensive. It can be a piece of furniture with maximum careful crafting and, likewise, having time available to spend with the ones you love. As a man, and businessperson, I think that the utmost in luxury is represented by freedom and independence. We’re realising this now more than ever.”
AS A MAN, AND BUSINESSPERSON, I THINK THAT THE UTMOST IN LUXURY IS REPRESENTED BY FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE
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ARMANI LIFESTYLE From a morning WORKOUT to an evening APERITIF, there is no part of YOUR DAY which can’t be ELEVATED by the LIMITED-EDITION world of ARMANI/CASA
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LIMITED EDITION BAR CABINE T
LOGO LAMP ICONIC PRODUCT The iconic design that started the Armani/Casa story, Giorgio Armani designed the Logo Lamp in
Armani/Casa’s collection of iconic bar cabinets welcomes a distinguished new member to the family with the introduction of
1982 for the company’s Milanese offices. So fond is
Royal. Clad in a special weaving of paper and cotton reminiscent of a Japanese tatami and the textured fabrics typical in Giorgio
Mr Armani of the lamp’s pure geometric shape that
Armani’s aesthetic, inside back-lit panels of gold-toned methacrylate are reminiscent of marble veins and mother of pearl. Limited
it came to be used as the Armani/Casa logo, and it
to 88 pieces, the pleasing cylindrical shape of this handcrafted cabinet blends Oriental influences and fashion inspirations into a
still makes up an integral part of the brand’s
design which allows for seamless ease of use.
collections. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of this piece, the 2017 collection introduced a reimagined limited edition of only 200 signed pieces with a methcrylate lampshade for a softly
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diffused light. A design classic.
HYPER TOYS
Put the pulling POWER into your toy collection - on LAND and SEA with these high performance CUSTOMISABLE MODELS tipped to be NEXT summer's hottest accessories
ROUSSEAU WRITING DESK Enrich your work area with this understated yet extremely deluxe piece. The elegant lines and precious materials of the Rousseau desk bring a sense of formal lightness to any space in the home, from an office to a bedroom. Handcrafted in Italy using natural timber, leather and brass, functional details display a decorative beauty at the same time. A separate leather desk pad with embossed logo is also available for commission, increasing your comfort while working at the desk.
ELECTRIC SURFBOARD
S I D E- B Y-S I D E AT V
AWAKE RÄVIK 3
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TA B L E A C C E S S O R I E S
FITNESS COLLECTION
Crafted from a food-safe marble effect resin, the
Why settle for unsightly gym equipment when you can elevate
any summer table. Embracing nature in his choice
your home gym with a collection of tasteful design objects?
of colour and in referencing stone veining, through
azure blue Rowan table accessories will enhance
Bring Armani’s eye for detail and distinction to your home
this collection Armani reconnects with the great
workout with the brand’s sleek collection of fitness equipment.
outdoors. Featuring a bento box whose pieces are
Echoing the refinement and style of Armani’s leather bags or
kept together by a tumbled leather strap with metal
tailored suits, the Pump collection is constructed in sleek black
buckle; a jar and glasses suitable to be used on
leather and comprises a set of 1kg dumbbells, a size adjustable
terraces and around the swimming pool, and a
skipping rope, and a 190cm yoga mat constructed from anti-slip
spaghetti dozer and rolling pin - all pieces feature
rubber fabric and leatherette.
a carved GA logo.
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lectric surf boards have become a fixture of the modern toy box and with every passing year the technology that drives them creates sleeker, faster, and more intuitive models. The RÄVIK 3, the latest iteration from pioneering Swedish electric water sports brand Awake, raises the bar even higher. Building on the phenomenal success of Awake’s first two models – the RÄVIK ONE and the RÄVIK S – the RÄVIK 3 is the perfect combination of both race and leisure. With a 53 km/h (33 mph) top speed, this zero-emission board has the performance to satisfy even the most experienced surfers, while its exceptional weight distribution will support beginners. A choice of three skill levels and throttle sensitivity settings mean the user can adapt the board as their confidence grows. Brand new technology such as an optimised electronic speed controller, a second generation wireless hand controller, a completely re-made brushless motor and a cutting edge impeller bring the new model right up to date. The RÄVIK 3 can also be customised to suit your lifestyle. Choose between the XR battery for 50% extra riding time or the standard battery. Awake's custommade board bag comes complete with inserts, a charger bag and a set of detachable wheels for easy transportation, while an Awake RÄVIK wall mount will safely store or stylishly display your board.
POL ARIS RZR XP 1000
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f you want to tackle the most challenging terrains when on land, make sure your garage is stocked with a f leet of customised Polaris RZ R X P 1000 High Lifters. For more than 50 years, Polaris has designed and built ground-breaking vehicles which have transformed the powersports industry, and the RZ R X P 1000 takes the already impressive capabilities of the High Lifter further still. This 110-horsepower sport machine has a naturally-aspirated engine designed for extreme mud performance, powering it through the deepest of ruts. High-mounted air intakes ensure clean air reaches the engine, clutches run cool and all vent lines are integrated into the cab frame to keep them free of debris. Fifteen inches of ground clearance, arched front A-arms, rear radius rods and stiffer shock springs maintain ride height even when the RZR is overburdened with mud. With options for two or four seats, the RZ R can be fully customised. Choose between roofs crafted from aluminium or tough polycarbonate, and select the tyre and wheel set most suited to your destination. A fully tempered glass windshield, tough yet lightweight lower aluminium half doors as well as canvas upper doors can offer full protection. A variety of front and rear Polaris bumpers protect the vehicle and add style, while sophisticated camera and audio kits will elevate your model further still.
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ARMANI LIFESTYLE From a morning WORKOUT to an evening APERITIF, there is no part of YOUR DAY which can’t be ELEVATED by the LIMITED-EDITION world of ARMANI/CASA
R OYA L
LIMITED EDITION BAR CABINE T
LOGO LAMP ICONIC PRODUCT The iconic design that started the Armani/Casa story, Giorgio Armani designed the Logo Lamp in
Armani/Casa’s collection of iconic bar cabinets welcomes a distinguished new member to the family with the introduction of
1982 for the company’s Milanese offices. So fond is
Royal. Clad in a special weaving of paper and cotton reminiscent of a Japanese tatami and the textured fabrics typical in Giorgio
Mr Armani of the lamp’s pure geometric shape that
Armani’s aesthetic, inside back-lit panels of gold-toned methacrylate are reminiscent of marble veins and mother of pearl. Limited
it came to be used as the Armani/Casa logo, and it
to 88 pieces, the pleasing cylindrical shape of this handcrafted cabinet blends Oriental influences and fashion inspirations into a
still makes up an integral part of the brand’s
design which allows for seamless ease of use.
collections. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of this piece, the 2017 collection introduced a reimagined limited edition of only 200 signed pieces with a methcrylate lampshade for a softly
6-7
diffused light. A design classic.
HYPER TOYS
Put the pulling POWER into your toy collection - on LAND and SEA with these high performance CUSTOMISABLE MODELS tipped to be NEXT summer's hottest accessories
ROUSSEAU WRITING DESK Enrich your work area with this understated yet extremely deluxe piece. The elegant lines and precious materials of the Rousseau desk bring a sense of formal lightness to any space in the home, from an office to a bedroom. Handcrafted in Italy using natural timber, leather and brass, functional details display a decorative beauty at the same time. A separate leather desk pad with embossed logo is also available for commission, increasing your comfort while working at the desk.
ELECTRIC SURFBOARD
S I D E- B Y-S I D E AT V
AWAKE RÄVIK 3
R O WA N PUMP
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TA B L E A C C E S S O R I E S
FITNESS COLLECTION
Crafted from a food-safe marble effect resin, the
Why settle for unsightly gym equipment when you can elevate
any summer table. Embracing nature in his choice
your home gym with a collection of tasteful design objects?
of colour and in referencing stone veining, through
azure blue Rowan table accessories will enhance
Bring Armani’s eye for detail and distinction to your home
this collection Armani reconnects with the great
workout with the brand’s sleek collection of fitness equipment.
outdoors. Featuring a bento box whose pieces are
Echoing the refinement and style of Armani’s leather bags or
kept together by a tumbled leather strap with metal
tailored suits, the Pump collection is constructed in sleek black
buckle; a jar and glasses suitable to be used on
leather and comprises a set of 1kg dumbbells, a size adjustable
terraces and around the swimming pool, and a
skipping rope, and a 190cm yoga mat constructed from anti-slip
spaghetti dozer and rolling pin - all pieces feature
rubber fabric and leatherette.
a carved GA logo.
E
lectric surf boards have become a fixture of the modern toy box and with every passing year the technology that drives them creates sleeker, faster, and more intuitive models. The RÄVIK 3, the latest iteration from pioneering Swedish electric water sports brand Awake, raises the bar even higher. Building on the phenomenal success of Awake’s first two models – the RÄVIK ONE and the RÄVIK S – the RÄVIK 3 is the perfect combination of both race and leisure. With a 53 km/h (33 mph) top speed, this zero-emission board has the performance to satisfy even the most experienced surfers, while its exceptional weight distribution will support beginners. A choice of three skill levels and throttle sensitivity settings mean the user can adapt the board as their confidence grows. Brand new technology such as an optimised electronic speed controller, a second generation wireless hand controller, a completely re-made brushless motor and a cutting edge impeller bring the new model right up to date. The RÄVIK 3 can also be customised to suit your lifestyle. Choose between the XR battery for 50% extra riding time or the standard battery. Awake's custommade board bag comes complete with inserts, a charger bag and a set of detachable wheels for easy transportation, while an Awake RÄVIK wall mount will safely store or stylishly display your board.
POL ARIS RZR XP 1000
I
f you want to tackle the most challenging terrains when on land, make sure your garage is stocked with a f leet of customised Polaris RZ R X P 1000 High Lifters. For more than 50 years, Polaris has designed and built ground-breaking vehicles which have transformed the powersports industry, and the RZ R X P 1000 takes the already impressive capabilities of the High Lifter further still. This 110-horsepower sport machine has a naturally-aspirated engine designed for extreme mud performance, powering it through the deepest of ruts. High-mounted air intakes ensure clean air reaches the engine, clutches run cool and all vent lines are integrated into the cab frame to keep them free of debris. Fifteen inches of ground clearance, arched front A-arms, rear radius rods and stiffer shock springs maintain ride height even when the RZR is overburdened with mud. With options for two or four seats, the RZ R can be fully customised. Choose between roofs crafted from aluminium or tough polycarbonate, and select the tyre and wheel set most suited to your destination. A fully tempered glass windshield, tough yet lightweight lower aluminium half doors as well as canvas upper doors can offer full protection. A variety of front and rear Polaris bumpers protect the vehicle and add style, while sophisticated camera and audio kits will elevate your model further still.
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WINE OF THE TSARS
BESPOKE COACHBUILDERS
A truly legendary champagne, CRISTAL is the House of Louis Roederer’s most famous wine and with good reason. Discover the story of the ULTIMATE COMMISSION
Discover the ULTIMATE ONE-OFF creations from three of the great AUTOMOTIVE brands
HAUTE PERFUMERIE
Nothing is more PERSONAL than scent. Discover a perfume as unique as you are with BESPOKE FRAGRANCES created by the world’s greatest perfumers and highly limited edition WORKS OF ART
CUVÉE SECRÈTE GUERL AIN
There are few fragrance bottles in the world more iconic than the Guerlain Bee Bottle, and its latest iteration raises the bar once more. Guerlain has partnered with Swiss artist and couturier Kévin Germanier, who specialises in ‘sustainable glamour’, to create an exceptional edition of just 11 unique pieces. La Cuvée Secrète’s bottle is adorned with upcycled Swarovski crystals, meticulously applied by hand using Germanier’s revolutionary embroidery technique. The result is a resplendent gown of shimmering colour, topped with silk thread fastened with a golden seal and the Bee Bottle’s signature ‘barbiche’, encasing the magnificent Eau de Cologne within.
MONZA SP1 & SP2 FERRARI Inspired by the legendary Ferrari racing barchettas of the past, the limited-edition Monza SP1 and SP2 are the first models in the marque’s special ‘Icona’ series, and in 2019 the SP1 took the prestigious Red Dot Award: Best of the Best.
LA VOITURE NOIRE B U G AT T I An ode to Jean Bugatti’s iconic all-black Type 57SC Atlantic line from 1934, the one-off Bugatti La Voiture Noire became the most expensive vehicle in motoring history when it was unveiled in Geneva the summer of 2020.
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s is usually the case with the very rarest and finest creations, Cristal came into being as the result of the combined ambition of a commissioning patron and the tenacity of a maker. In 1876, Tsar Alexander II approached his favourite champagne house, Champagne Louis Roederer, to create a new and exceptional cuvée. A longstanding lover of fine champagne, Tsar Alexander II wanted a wine for his personal consumption which would represent the absolute zenith of quality. Unlike other champagne houses who bought the majority of their grapes from a multitude of small growers, Louis Roederer had purchased their own vineyards in the 1830s, giving them complete control over every element of the process. The Maison knew exactly which plots consistently provided the best quality grapes, and could isolate these parcels to make what was to become the original prestige cuvée exclusively for the Tsar and his court. The result was a stunningly pure, concentrated and elegant champagne, named ‘Cristal’ as the Tsar requested they be bottled in crystal decanters. It remained the exclusive champagne of the Tsars until the Romanov dynasty met its end in 1918 and was not
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commercialised by the Roederer family until 1945. To this day, Cristal is made entirely from estate grown fruit and remains a champagne of very small production. Each of the 45 plots of the Cristal Estate are on highly chalky soils located in seven grand cru villages, and over the past two decades the Maison has been converting their estate to organic and biodynamic viticulture. A noticeable outcome of this far more sustainable form of farming is that the natural freshness of the wines is enhanced. The 2012 release was the first year that Cristal was made from 100% biodynamically farmed grapes, and it was met with great critical acclaim - as was the subsequent 2013 vintage. Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Cellar Master at Champagne Louis Roederer, believes the best time to drink Cristal is at 20 years old. This inspired the Vinothèque project, allowing Cristal to be bought and drunk, rather than bought and aged. A tiny production of the Vinothèque 2000, the fourth iteration of the Vinothèque project, has just been released. Lécaillon advises: “Let the wine breathe, that is the key for Cristal, let the wine open in the glass.” The eagerly anticipated release of the 2014 vintage in early 2022 will tell the next chapter in the Cristal story.
HENRY JACQUES
AZZI GLASSER
Since the House was founded in 1975, Henry Jacques’s exquisite
The award-winning British perfume designer Azzi Glasser is
creations have been sought out by discerning connoisseurs.
more magician than perfumier. Her bespoke fragrances aren't
Now the House’s CEO Anne-Lise Cremona and architect and
just created for the world's top fashion houses, royalty and
designer Christophe Tollemer have come together to bring the
beauty brands, but for Hollywood actors looking to step into
ancient form of solid perfume to the modern enthusiast. This
character. Helena Bonham Carter, Jude Law and Johnny Depp
new formulation incorporates all 50 of the signature Henry
are just some of the names in Glasser’s unrivalled portfolio.
Jacques
rare
Her unique approach to creating a bespoke perfume is to
The wildest Aston Martin commission, the one-off
Exceptions and the Sur-Mesure, for the pinnacle of olfactory
capture her Client’s character, personality and style and then
Victor is the most powerful manual supercar in the
luxury. The solid perfumes are encased in the precious ‘Clic-
create a personalised fragrance using hand-picked rare
marque’s history. Combining elements of the One-77
Clac’, a cult object crafted from avant-garde materials such as
ingredients from around the world. The end result is a truly
and Vulcan with Valkyrie components, this full-carbon
titanium or carbon, with jewelled versions coming soon, and a
unique signature fragrance which is ‘loved by others and
creation is a pioneering blend of technical wonders.
patented opening mechanism.
utterly loyal to the wearer’, says Glasser.
VICTOR ASTON MARTIN
Classiques,
as
well
as
the
tremendously
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WINE OF THE TSARS
BESPOKE COACHBUILDERS
A truly legendary champagne, CRISTAL is the House of Louis Roederer’s most famous wine and with good reason. Discover the story of the ULTIMATE COMMISSION
Discover the ULTIMATE ONE-OFF creations from three of the great AUTOMOTIVE brands
HAUTE PERFUMERIE
Nothing is more PERSONAL than scent. Discover a perfume as unique as you are with BESPOKE FRAGRANCES created by the world’s greatest perfumers and highly limited edition WORKS OF ART
CUVÉE SECRÈTE GUERL AIN
There are few fragrance bottles in the world more iconic than the Guerlain Bee Bottle, and its latest iteration raises the bar once more. Guerlain has partnered with Swiss artist and couturier Kévin Germanier, who specialises in ‘sustainable glamour’, to create an exceptional edition of just 11 unique pieces. La Cuvée Secrète’s bottle is adorned with upcycled Swarovski crystals, meticulously applied by hand using Germanier’s revolutionary embroidery technique. The result is a resplendent gown of shimmering colour, topped with silk thread fastened with a golden seal and the Bee Bottle’s signature ‘barbiche’, encasing the magnificent Eau de Cologne within.
MONZA SP1 & SP2 FERRARI Inspired by the legendary Ferrari racing barchettas of the past, the limited-edition Monza SP1 and SP2 are the first models in the marque’s special ‘Icona’ series, and in 2019 the SP1 took the prestigious Red Dot Award: Best of the Best.
LA VOITURE NOIRE B U G AT T I An ode to Jean Bugatti’s iconic all-black Type 57SC Atlantic line from 1934, the one-off Bugatti La Voiture Noire became the most expensive vehicle in motoring history when it was unveiled in Geneva the summer of 2020.
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s is usually the case with the very rarest and finest creations, Cristal came into being as the result of the combined ambition of a commissioning patron and the tenacity of a maker. In 1876, Tsar Alexander II approached his favourite champagne house, Champagne Louis Roederer, to create a new and exceptional cuvée. A longstanding lover of fine champagne, Tsar Alexander II wanted a wine for his personal consumption which would represent the absolute zenith of quality. Unlike other champagne houses who bought the majority of their grapes from a multitude of small growers, Louis Roederer had purchased their own vineyards in the 1830s, giving them complete control over every element of the process. The Maison knew exactly which plots consistently provided the best quality grapes, and could isolate these parcels to make what was to become the original prestige cuvée exclusively for the Tsar and his court. The result was a stunningly pure, concentrated and elegant champagne, named ‘Cristal’ as the Tsar requested they be bottled in crystal decanters. It remained the exclusive champagne of the Tsars until the Romanov dynasty met its end in 1918 and was not
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commercialised by the Roederer family until 1945. To this day, Cristal is made entirely from estate grown fruit and remains a champagne of very small production. Each of the 45 plots of the Cristal Estate are on highly chalky soils located in seven grand cru villages, and over the past two decades the Maison has been converting their estate to organic and biodynamic viticulture. A noticeable outcome of this far more sustainable form of farming is that the natural freshness of the wines is enhanced. The 2012 release was the first year that Cristal was made from 100% biodynamically farmed grapes, and it was met with great critical acclaim - as was the subsequent 2013 vintage. Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Cellar Master at Champagne Louis Roederer, believes the best time to drink Cristal is at 20 years old. This inspired the Vinothèque project, allowing Cristal to be bought and drunk, rather than bought and aged. A tiny production of the Vinothèque 2000, the fourth iteration of the Vinothèque project, has just been released. Lécaillon advises: “Let the wine breathe, that is the key for Cristal, let the wine open in the glass.” The eagerly anticipated release of the 2014 vintage in early 2022 will tell the next chapter in the Cristal story.
HENRY JACQUES
AZZI GLASSER
Since the House was founded in 1975, Henry Jacques’s exquisite
The award-winning British perfume designer Azzi Glasser is
creations have been sought out by discerning connoisseurs.
more magician than perfumier. Her bespoke fragrances aren't
Now the House’s CEO Anne-Lise Cremona and architect and
just created for the world's top fashion houses, royalty and
designer Christophe Tollemer have come together to bring the
beauty brands, but for Hollywood actors looking to step into
ancient form of solid perfume to the modern enthusiast. This
character. Helena Bonham Carter, Jude Law and Johnny Depp
new formulation incorporates all 50 of the signature Henry
are just some of the names in Glasser’s unrivalled portfolio.
Jacques
rare
Her unique approach to creating a bespoke perfume is to
The wildest Aston Martin commission, the one-off
Exceptions and the Sur-Mesure, for the pinnacle of olfactory
capture her Client’s character, personality and style and then
Victor is the most powerful manual supercar in the
luxury. The solid perfumes are encased in the precious ‘Clic-
create a personalised fragrance using hand-picked rare
marque’s history. Combining elements of the One-77
Clac’, a cult object crafted from avant-garde materials such as
ingredients from around the world. The end result is a truly
and Vulcan with Valkyrie components, this full-carbon
titanium or carbon, with jewelled versions coming soon, and a
unique signature fragrance which is ‘loved by others and
creation is a pioneering blend of technical wonders.
patented opening mechanism.
utterly loyal to the wearer’, says Glasser.
VICTOR ASTON MARTIN
Classiques,
as
well
as
the
tremendously
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AUDIO CONCIERGE Brands pushing the boundaries of MUSIC TECHNOLOGY to create unique audio experiences
F R E N CH FA N CI E S
The legendary HOUSE OF BACCARAT distills over 250 YEARS of expertise into its beautiful CRYSTAL COLLECTIONS and has been commissioned by EMPERORS and MOVIE STARS alike. Discover the making of a CONTEMPORARY ICON
HE 1 SENNHEISER
15-17
Crafted with Carrara marble, precious metals and over 70 years of expertise, the Sennheiser HE 1 – the successor to their ground-breaking Orpheus model – is the pinnacle of headphone sound reproduction. Each HE 1 is commissioned specifically for the customer and is crafted over 42 days.
MEET THE MAKERS Publisher of The Watch Annual, member of the GPHG Academy and MR PORTER Style council, JUSTIN HAST explores the rarefied world of INDEPENDENT WATCHMAKING – the pinnacle of HAUTE HOROLOGY
LEGACY MACHINE MB&F
SAINT LAURENT BANG & OLUFSEN Bang & Olufsen and Saint Laurent’s collaboration continues with new additions to the very limited edition all-black collection. The Beosound Edge, Beoplay E8 (3rd gen) and Mirror Black Charging Pad, alongside Beoplay A1 and Beoplay A9 are only available at Saint Laurent Rive Droite in Paris and Saint Laurent Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles.
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ing Louis XV was a man of simple needs; he simply wanted the best. So, when Baccarat was founded in 1764 by his Royal Decree, it was understood that the glassmaker in the town of Baccarat in the Lorraine region of Eastern France would come to represent exacting standards, exceptional quality and exquisite craftsmanship. When the great Charles X commissioned an extensive glass dinner service for the Tuileries Palace in 1823, Baccarat’s legend was established. Thus began a long line of French monarchs, emperors and heads of state commissioning glassware from Baccarat. In the mid-19th Century, both King Louis-Philippe I and the Emperor Napoleon III became important patrons of the marque, while Baccarat’s award-winning showings at the Great Exhibitions of the 19th Century earned it admirers and patrons from across the globe, including Ottoman Turkey, Portugal, Japan, and India. Sultan Abdulmejid I commissioned Baccarat to
create several crystal chandeliers for his Dolmabahçe Palace, including one which hangs above the so-called ‘Crystal Staircase’. In the late 19th Century, Tsar Nicholas II placed so many orders with Baccarat that the marque opened a new workshop dedicated to fulfilling them. In the 20th century, Baccarat glassware with monograms and personal insignias was commissioned by Aristotle and Jackie Onassis, and by Prince Rainier III for his wedding to Grace Kelly. Today, many of Baccarat’s exquisite designs reside in the world’s most prestigious private homes, superyachts, hotels and private jets. Baccarat’s legendary levels of craftsmanship and service have expanded into its first ever hotel in New York. Its maisons in Paris, Moscow and Seoul; boutiques and bars in Miami and Tokyo; and restaurants in Moscow and Paris have brought the Baccarat story into a new era, where exceptional craftsmanship meets limitless imagination.
TSAR NICHOLAS II PLACED SO MANY ORDERS WITH BACCARAT THAT THE MARQUE OPENED A NEW WORKSHOP DEDICATED TO FULFILLING THEM
After decades conforming to the rules of corporate watchmaking, Swiss businessman Maximilian Büsser founded what he describes as “a rebellion called MB&F” – Maximilian Büsser & Friends - in 2005. MB&F assembles collectives of independent watchmakers to develop radical watches – Horological or Legacy Machines. MB&F’s design philosophy reinterprets traditional, high-quality craftsmanship as three-dimensional kinetic sculptures. Central to the brand’s creative process is a belief that “a creative adult is a child who survived”. First launched in 2014, the Legacy Machine 101 series embodies and accentuates the essentials of the wristwatch. Its pioneering three dimensional ‘flying’ balance wheel has become the design signature of the Legacy Machine collection.
CHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE
T Y P E 5 D I V E WAT C H
François-Paul Journe is one of the most acclaimed players in the field of haute
Founded by the Belgian industrial designer Benoît Mintiens in 2010, Ressence’s
horology. A graduate of the Paris watchmaking school, Journe restored clocks and
motto is “built on the expertise of yesterday, crafted with today’s technology”, and
pocket watches by Breguet and completed commissions from Asprey and Cartier as a
their watches are truly designed for tomorrow. Each model features an instantly
talented young watchmaker. In 1999, he presented his own collection of wristwatches
recognisable clear and revolutionary design in which the watch’s sub-dials continually
signed ‘F.P. Journe Invenit et Fecit’ – a Latin phrase meaning ‘invented and made’. His
orbit one another. Regarded as the most legible dive watch ever, the Ressence TYPE
designs have strong design DNA, none more so than the Chronomètre à Résonance. It
5 is the world’s first watch which can be viewed at any angle under water, thanks to
is the only wristwatch in the world to utilise the natural phenomenon of resonance,
its edge-to-edge display and 142 components immersed in 37.5 ml of oil within its
where one movement helps regulate the other.
domed dial. The choice of the true connoisseur.
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RESSENCE
TSAR VERRE BACCARAT
F.P. JOURNE
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AUDIO CONCIERGE Brands pushing the boundaries of MUSIC TECHNOLOGY to create unique audio experiences
F R E N CH FA N CI E S
The legendary HOUSE OF BACCARAT distills over 250 YEARS of expertise into its beautiful CRYSTAL COLLECTIONS and has been commissioned by EMPERORS and MOVIE STARS alike. Discover the making of a CONTEMPORARY ICON
HE 1 SENNHEISER
15-17
Crafted with Carrara marble, precious metals and over 70 years of expertise, the Sennheiser HE 1 – the successor to their ground-breaking Orpheus model – is the pinnacle of headphone sound reproduction. Each HE 1 is commissioned specifically for the customer and is crafted over 42 days.
MEET THE MAKERS Publisher of The Watch Annual, member of the GPHG Academy and MR PORTER Style council, JUSTIN HAST explores the rarefied world of INDEPENDENT WATCHMAKING – the pinnacle of HAUTE HOROLOGY
LEGACY MACHINE MB&F
SAINT LAURENT BANG & OLUFSEN Bang & Olufsen and Saint Laurent’s collaboration continues with new additions to the very limited edition all-black collection. The Beosound Edge, Beoplay E8 (3rd gen) and Mirror Black Charging Pad, alongside Beoplay A1 and Beoplay A9 are only available at Saint Laurent Rive Droite in Paris and Saint Laurent Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles.
K
ing Louis XV was a man of simple needs; he simply wanted the best. So, when Baccarat was founded in 1764 by his Royal Decree, it was understood that the glassmaker in the town of Baccarat in the Lorraine region of Eastern France would come to represent exacting standards, exceptional quality and exquisite craftsmanship. When the great Charles X commissioned an extensive glass dinner service for the Tuileries Palace in 1823, Baccarat’s legend was established. Thus began a long line of French monarchs, emperors and heads of state commissioning glassware from Baccarat. In the mid-19th Century, both King Louis-Philippe I and the Emperor Napoleon III became important patrons of the marque, while Baccarat’s award-winning showings at the Great Exhibitions of the 19th Century earned it admirers and patrons from across the globe, including Ottoman Turkey, Portugal, Japan, and India. Sultan Abdulmejid I commissioned Baccarat to
create several crystal chandeliers for his Dolmabahçe Palace, including one which hangs above the so-called ‘Crystal Staircase’. In the late 19th Century, Tsar Nicholas II placed so many orders with Baccarat that the marque opened a new workshop dedicated to fulfilling them. In the 20th century, Baccarat glassware with monograms and personal insignias was commissioned by Aristotle and Jackie Onassis, and by Prince Rainier III for his wedding to Grace Kelly. Today, many of Baccarat’s exquisite designs reside in the world’s most prestigious private homes, superyachts, hotels and private jets. Baccarat’s legendary levels of craftsmanship and service have expanded into its first ever hotel in New York. Its maisons in Paris, Moscow and Seoul; boutiques and bars in Miami and Tokyo; and restaurants in Moscow and Paris have brought the Baccarat story into a new era, where exceptional craftsmanship meets limitless imagination.
TSAR NICHOLAS II PLACED SO MANY ORDERS WITH BACCARAT THAT THE MARQUE OPENED A NEW WORKSHOP DEDICATED TO FULFILLING THEM
After decades conforming to the rules of corporate watchmaking, Swiss businessman Maximilian Büsser founded what he describes as “a rebellion called MB&F” – Maximilian Büsser & Friends - in 2005. MB&F assembles collectives of independent watchmakers to develop radical watches – Horological or Legacy Machines. MB&F’s design philosophy reinterprets traditional, high-quality craftsmanship as three-dimensional kinetic sculptures. Central to the brand’s creative process is a belief that “a creative adult is a child who survived”. First launched in 2014, the Legacy Machine 101 series embodies and accentuates the essentials of the wristwatch. Its pioneering three dimensional ‘flying’ balance wheel has become the design signature of the Legacy Machine collection.
CHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE
T Y P E 5 D I V E WAT C H
François-Paul Journe is one of the most acclaimed players in the field of haute
Founded by the Belgian industrial designer Benoît Mintiens in 2010, Ressence’s
horology. A graduate of the Paris watchmaking school, Journe restored clocks and
motto is “built on the expertise of yesterday, crafted with today’s technology”, and
pocket watches by Breguet and completed commissions from Asprey and Cartier as a
their watches are truly designed for tomorrow. Each model features an instantly
talented young watchmaker. In 1999, he presented his own collection of wristwatches
recognisable clear and revolutionary design in which the watch’s sub-dials continually
signed ‘F.P. Journe Invenit et Fecit’ – a Latin phrase meaning ‘invented and made’. His
orbit one another. Regarded as the most legible dive watch ever, the Ressence TYPE
designs have strong design DNA, none more so than the Chronomètre à Résonance. It
5 is the world’s first watch which can be viewed at any angle under water, thanks to
is the only wristwatch in the world to utilise the natural phenomenon of resonance,
its edge-to-edge display and 142 components immersed in 37.5 ml of oil within its
where one movement helps regulate the other.
domed dial. The choice of the true connoisseur.
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RESSENCE
TSAR VERRE BACCARAT
F.P. JOURNE
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CUSTOM A DVA NTAGE When it comes to achieving the BEST LIFESTYLE on board, why compromise? NICHOLAS DEAN, Managing Partner at Ocean Independence, explains how commissioning a SUPPORT VESSEL can seamlessly ENHANCE your yachting experience
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DAMEN SUPPORT VESSEL, 72M GAME CHANGER
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hen a superyacht is the ultimate realisation of ambition, the only limitation should be one’s imagination. But with the advent of bigger and better tenders and toys, even the largest superyachts are constrained by what they can carry without compromising on lifestyle. The solution? The specially commissioned support yacht. “The support vessel solves a huge number of problems, no matter the size of your yacht,” says Nicholas Dean, Managing Partner at Ocean Independence. “You could have a 100-metre yacht and still find that you don’t have the room on board to accommodate the tender you want. If you have a support vessel, that problem is instantly solved.” Typically 50 – 70 metres and with 15 – 18 knots capability, support vessels can fulfil any function a client wants for their lifestyle. “It’s all about customising your lifestyle with your yachting,” says Dean. “We can enhance your experience ten-fold as there is so much available.” From adding more tenders and toys or facilities such as gyms, saunas and medical centres, to additional crew and staff accommodation, the support vessel is designed to offer the best possible lifestyle solutions with no requirement for compromise on the mothership. There are other benefits where a support vessel adds to the ease and enjoyment of your cruise. Hosting a beach party? The support vessel can travel ahead to set it up
before your arrival and stay after your departure to clear up, saving you time. Looking to invite more than the standard number of 12 guests? Extra accommodation can be included in the design to ensure you can host more guests with ease. While support vessels have been in use for a number of years, the trend has picked up pace recently. “In the late 2000s there were one or two pioneers who decided they wanted a bigger selection of toys and lifestyle accessories,” says Dean. “Every activity generates a huge amount of kit on the yacht. This is the number one advantage that comes with having a support vessel, and is a big driver for clients choosing to commission one.” Complex inflatable water parks can be kept on board a support yacht, ensuring easy access without the need for customs clearance. A flotilla of jet skis, submersibles, wakeboards, eFoils, seabobs, trimarans, water bikes and windsurfs, as well as land toys including High Lifters, eBikes, mountain bikes and off-road electric skateboards no longer need to take up valuable space on the yacht. A support vessel also allows for far larger tenders. The rising popularity of watersports such as wakeboarding and foiling calls for a specialist ski boat with a height that precludes it from fitting in a tender garage. Store it on the deck of the support vessel and there is no need to compromise. For sailing yachts, a support vessel provides comfortable accommodation during
EXCELLENT QUALIT Y ONSHORE MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES WILL ENSURE THE T WO YACHTS WORK SEAMLESSLY TOGETHER
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large regattas and can carry all the toys which the yacht cannot. Sailing yacht owners can race their sailing yacht during the day and stay on their larger and better equipped support yacht at night. It’s all about finding the best solution for their lifestyle. With typical ranges from 5,000 to 8,000 miles, a support vessel also increases your ability to access the globe. Purpose-built medical centres mean that even in the most remote environments you can receive expert medical care. Specialist doctors can be f lown out to accompany owners for the duration of their excursion for added peace of mind. Owners and their families and friends often like to challenge themselves while cruising. “For extreme divers, we can install a dedicated decompression chamber on board the support vessel,” says Dean. “For clients wishing to explore Canada's wildest heli skiing, we can include the design of a bespoke helicopter hangar inside the support vessel to protect the helicopter from the elements.” According to Dean, the ideal scenario is when the mothership and the support vessel are commissioned and designed as a single concept. “You want them to be absolutely complementary in terms of their design; you don’t want to just double up,” he says. “Excellent quality onshore management and support services will ensure the two yachts work seamlessly together.” Another benefit provided by Ocean Independence is the opportunity to charter a support yacht to other large vessels when it is not in use. This commercial aspect could be a real advantage to the Owner and cover a percentage of the running costs. “The question isn’t what can a support vessel do, it’s what do you want it to do?” says Dean. “What do you want to achieve, where do you want to go and what lifestyle are you looking for? At Ocean Independence, we can provide everything you want and more – the sky is the limit.”
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CUSTOM A DVA N T A G E
CUSTOM A DVA N T A G E
CUSTOM A DVA NTAGE When it comes to achieving the BEST LIFESTYLE on board, why compromise? NICHOLAS DEAN, Managing Partner at Ocean Independence, explains how commissioning a SUPPORT VESSEL can seamlessly ENHANCE your yachting experience
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4
BRABUS SHADOW 900 RANGE
DAMEN SUPPORT VESSEL, 72M GAME CHANGER
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hen a superyacht is the ultimate realisation of ambition, the only limitation should be one’s imagination. But with the advent of bigger and better tenders and toys, even the largest superyachts are constrained by what they can carry without compromising on lifestyle. The solution? The specially commissioned support yacht. “The support vessel solves a huge number of problems, no matter the size of your yacht,” says Nicholas Dean, Managing Partner at Ocean Independence. “You could have a 100-metre yacht and still find that you don’t have the room on board to accommodate the tender you want. If you have a support vessel, that problem is instantly solved.” Typically 50 – 70 metres and with 15 – 18 knots capability, support vessels can fulfil any function a client wants for their lifestyle. “It’s all about customising your lifestyle with your yachting,” says Dean. “We can enhance your experience ten-fold as there is so much available.” From adding more tenders and toys or facilities such as gyms, saunas and medical centres, to additional crew and staff accommodation, the support vessel is designed to offer the best possible lifestyle solutions with no requirement for compromise on the mothership. There are other benefits where a support vessel adds to the ease and enjoyment of your cruise. Hosting a beach party? The support vessel can travel ahead to set it up
before your arrival and stay after your departure to clear up, saving you time. Looking to invite more than the standard number of 12 guests? Extra accommodation can be included in the design to ensure you can host more guests with ease. While support vessels have been in use for a number of years, the trend has picked up pace recently. “In the late 2000s there were one or two pioneers who decided they wanted a bigger selection of toys and lifestyle accessories,” says Dean. “Every activity generates a huge amount of kit on the yacht. This is the number one advantage that comes with having a support vessel, and is a big driver for clients choosing to commission one.” Complex inflatable water parks can be kept on board a support yacht, ensuring easy access without the need for customs clearance. A flotilla of jet skis, submersibles, wakeboards, eFoils, seabobs, trimarans, water bikes and windsurfs, as well as land toys including High Lifters, eBikes, mountain bikes and off-road electric skateboards no longer need to take up valuable space on the yacht. A support vessel also allows for far larger tenders. The rising popularity of watersports such as wakeboarding and foiling calls for a specialist ski boat with a height that precludes it from fitting in a tender garage. Store it on the deck of the support vessel and there is no need to compromise. For sailing yachts, a support vessel provides comfortable accommodation during
EXCELLENT QUALIT Y ONSHORE MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES WILL ENSURE THE T WO YACHTS WORK SEAMLESSLY TOGETHER
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large regattas and can carry all the toys which the yacht cannot. Sailing yacht owners can race their sailing yacht during the day and stay on their larger and better equipped support yacht at night. It’s all about finding the best solution for their lifestyle. With typical ranges from 5,000 to 8,000 miles, a support vessel also increases your ability to access the globe. Purpose-built medical centres mean that even in the most remote environments you can receive expert medical care. Specialist doctors can be f lown out to accompany owners for the duration of their excursion for added peace of mind. Owners and their families and friends often like to challenge themselves while cruising. “For extreme divers, we can install a dedicated decompression chamber on board the support vessel,” says Dean. “For clients wishing to explore Canada's wildest heli skiing, we can include the design of a bespoke helicopter hangar inside the support vessel to protect the helicopter from the elements.” According to Dean, the ideal scenario is when the mothership and the support vessel are commissioned and designed as a single concept. “You want them to be absolutely complementary in terms of their design; you don’t want to just double up,” he says. “Excellent quality onshore management and support services will ensure the two yachts work seamlessly together.” Another benefit provided by Ocean Independence is the opportunity to charter a support yacht to other large vessels when it is not in use. This commercial aspect could be a real advantage to the Owner and cover a percentage of the running costs. “The question isn’t what can a support vessel do, it’s what do you want it to do?” says Dean. “What do you want to achieve, where do you want to go and what lifestyle are you looking for? At Ocean Independence, we can provide everything you want and more – the sky is the limit.”
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PA R T N E R FEATURE
TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
TOP 10 YACHT S From distinguished SAILING YACHTS to thrilling NEW BUILDS, these superyachts all have one thing in common: they were designed to offer the ULTIMATE CUSTOM LIFESTYLE
SONATA
C L O C K W I SE F ROM T OP 1 9 0 7 R enau lt 35 / 45 Vanderbilt R acer; 2 010 Porsche Singer 911; 19 54 Ferrari 357 M M I ngrid Berg man C oupé
THE GREAT COLLECTABLES
NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE Due for completion in 2025, this extraordinary new construction project seamlessly blends the exhilaration of a sailing yacht with the luxury and comfort of a motor yacht, giving you full flexibility for your lifestyle. Designed by Geneva-based Valentin Design in collaboration with renowned German shipyard Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven, Sonata was conceived with one goal in mind: to create a "buildable, eco-friendly superyacht of tomorrow" which incorporates naval architecture in the design process from the outset. With a beach club, gym and deck Jacuzzi, the design of this 107m yacht prioritises the experience of her guests, for which there is room to accommodate 12 guests in six magnificent staterooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows plus a luxurious and sustainable interior connects to the outdoors in this revolutionary design.
For the discerning car collector, there are truly LEGENDARY MARQUES to acquire. PETER BURTON of exclusive automotive member’s club LEDMORE & CO shares three of the greatest – and MOST DESIRABLE – collector’s cars of the past hundred years
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ver a century of coachbuilt car making has created some extraordinary artistic endeavours which challenge the limitations of both technology and innovation. The romance and potency of these cars not only realises the dreams of the original commissioning patron, but generations of future collectors. The legendary American motor racing enthusiast Willie K Vanderbilt threw down the gauntlet for pioneering car design in 1907. He commissioned 11 examples of perhaps the world's first ever supercar from Renault Frères for himself and ten friends. Despite still having spoked wooden wheels, the Renault 35/45 Vanderbilt Racer was capable of 70mph+, unheard of in 1907. Their design was based upon Renault's all-conquering Grand Prix car, albeit scaled down to make them far more refined and approachable for the private individual – a racing car that a gentleman could crank. For a veteran pre-World War I car, its design is breathtakingly elegant. Enormously expensive, the 11 cars cost USD 150,000 in 1907, which equates to c. USD 1m per car today. Five of the original 11 examples survive today in museums and under private ownership, with the most recent sale being by Bonhams in 2020 where chassis number 8938 fetched USD 3.3m. When Enzo Ferrari decided in 1953 to allow just five examples of the 375 M M to be built and sold only to patrons of his choosing, he created an automotive legend. The five cars were to become the 'Speciales', perhaps the most famous of which was chassis 0456A M,
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commissioned by film director Roberto Rossellini as a wedding present for his wife, Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman. It featured the phenomenal 4.5 litre 330bhp Colombo V12 engine, a one-off custom body by Pininfarina featuring avant-garde pop-up headlamps and large cut outs behind the front wings, inspired by the legendary Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa. The gold paint too was a unique colour, aptly named ‘Grigio Ingrid.’ Earning itself the moniker ‘Dono d'amore’ – Gift of Love – today its whereabouts remain unknown, but it is believed to still be owned by former Microsoft President Jon Shirley, who last exhibited the car at the 2014 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Described by the broadcaster and author James May as "a love letter to the 911", the Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer combines the classic aesthetic of the 964 generation of 911 with performance to match even the most powerful contemporary model. First commissioned in 2010, the Singer 911 is the antithesis of a production line vehicle; these are pieces of Porsche-f lavoured automotive art. Each example is entirely unique, commissioned in line with their Owner’s wishes and costs anywhere between USD 475,000 and USD 2m. Succeeding in remaining true to the air-cooled powertrain architecture which is so important to many Porsche collectors, the Singer 911 is the ultimate collector’s 911. For exclusive access to the Ledmore & Co portal visit www.ledmoreandco.com Username: pursuit@ledmoreandco.com Password: Custom
ASOLARE
E N D E AV O U R 2
Designed by the world renowned Bruce King Yacht Design and
Built in 2017 by Italian shipyard Rossinavi, Endeavour 2 combines
built in 2003 by America’s oldest boatbuilder Hodgdon Yachts,
lustrous beauty with sheer power. Fuelled by twin Rolls-Royce
47m Asolare (ex Scheherazade) is a true masterpiece. She was,
Marine engines, this award-winning 50m tri-deck explorer
at the time of her launch, the largest cold-molded sailing yacht
superyacht has a top speed of 16 knots and was designed for long
ever built, and no detail was overlooked in her creation. As well
range cruising, perfect for more adventurous charters. Fully
as deploying cutting edge technology, Hodgdon's skilled
customised and with sleek interior styling by Salvagni Architetti,
carvers painstakingly produced unique sculptures as well as
Endeavour 2 can accommodate ten guests in five exquisite
hundreds of individually hand-carved sea motif decorations for
staterooms. The capacious full-beam Owner’s suite with private
Asolare’s elegant interior, designed by the revered Winch
deck is located on the main deck and is flooded with natural light
Design. Her hull and frames were crafted from a 600-year-old
thanks to the yacht’s extensive use of glass. On the lower deck,
Douglas Fir and a 300-year-old Western Red Cedar tree, while
Endeavour 2’s VIP suite with private salon is convertible into two
her functions are fully up to date, controlled using touch screens
double staterooms, offering plenty of flexibility. When not cruising,
and joy sticks. With accommodation for up to six guests in a
family and friends will be kept entertained by Endeavour 2’s
master suite and two twin staterooms, and an incredible array of
incredible selection of toys, including jet skis, wakeboards and
water toys and accessories, Asolare would make for an
Seabobs, while two tenders, including a 7m/23' limousine tender,
exceptional family charter in the Mediterranean.
will transport you to land in style.
FOR CHARTER
FOR CHARTER
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TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
TOP 10 YACHT S From distinguished SAILING YACHTS to thrilling NEW BUILDS, these superyachts all have one thing in common: they were designed to offer the ULTIMATE CUSTOM LIFESTYLE
SONATA
C L O C K W I SE F ROM T OP 1 9 0 7 R enau lt 35 / 45 Vanderbilt R acer; 2 010 Porsche Singer 911; 19 54 Ferrari 357 M M I ngrid Berg man C oupé
THE GREAT COLLECTABLES
NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE Due for completion in 2025, this extraordinary new construction project seamlessly blends the exhilaration of a sailing yacht with the luxury and comfort of a motor yacht, giving you full flexibility for your lifestyle. Designed by Geneva-based Valentin Design in collaboration with renowned German shipyard Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven, Sonata was conceived with one goal in mind: to create a "buildable, eco-friendly superyacht of tomorrow" which incorporates naval architecture in the design process from the outset. With a beach club, gym and deck Jacuzzi, the design of this 107m yacht prioritises the experience of her guests, for which there is room to accommodate 12 guests in six magnificent staterooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows plus a luxurious and sustainable interior connects to the outdoors in this revolutionary design.
For the discerning car collector, there are truly LEGENDARY MARQUES to acquire. PETER BURTON of exclusive automotive member’s club LEDMORE & CO shares three of the greatest – and MOST DESIRABLE – collector’s cars of the past hundred years
O
ver a century of coachbuilt car making has created some extraordinary artistic endeavours which challenge the limitations of both technology and innovation. The romance and potency of these cars not only realises the dreams of the original commissioning patron, but generations of future collectors. The legendary American motor racing enthusiast Willie K Vanderbilt threw down the gauntlet for pioneering car design in 1907. He commissioned 11 examples of perhaps the world's first ever supercar from Renault Frères for himself and ten friends. Despite still having spoked wooden wheels, the Renault 35/45 Vanderbilt Racer was capable of 70mph+, unheard of in 1907. Their design was based upon Renault's all-conquering Grand Prix car, albeit scaled down to make them far more refined and approachable for the private individual – a racing car that a gentleman could crank. For a veteran pre-World War I car, its design is breathtakingly elegant. Enormously expensive, the 11 cars cost USD 150,000 in 1907, which equates to c. USD 1m per car today. Five of the original 11 examples survive today in museums and under private ownership, with the most recent sale being by Bonhams in 2020 where chassis number 8938 fetched USD 3.3m. When Enzo Ferrari decided in 1953 to allow just five examples of the 375 M M to be built and sold only to patrons of his choosing, he created an automotive legend. The five cars were to become the 'Speciales', perhaps the most famous of which was chassis 0456A M,
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commissioned by film director Roberto Rossellini as a wedding present for his wife, Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman. It featured the phenomenal 4.5 litre 330bhp Colombo V12 engine, a one-off custom body by Pininfarina featuring avant-garde pop-up headlamps and large cut outs behind the front wings, inspired by the legendary Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa. The gold paint too was a unique colour, aptly named ‘Grigio Ingrid.’ Earning itself the moniker ‘Dono d'amore’ – Gift of Love – today its whereabouts remain unknown, but it is believed to still be owned by former Microsoft President Jon Shirley, who last exhibited the car at the 2014 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Described by the broadcaster and author James May as "a love letter to the 911", the Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer combines the classic aesthetic of the 964 generation of 911 with performance to match even the most powerful contemporary model. First commissioned in 2010, the Singer 911 is the antithesis of a production line vehicle; these are pieces of Porsche-f lavoured automotive art. Each example is entirely unique, commissioned in line with their Owner’s wishes and costs anywhere between USD 475,000 and USD 2m. Succeeding in remaining true to the air-cooled powertrain architecture which is so important to many Porsche collectors, the Singer 911 is the ultimate collector’s 911. For exclusive access to the Ledmore & Co portal visit www.ledmoreandco.com Username: pursuit@ledmoreandco.com Password: Custom
ASOLARE
E N D E AV O U R 2
Designed by the world renowned Bruce King Yacht Design and
Built in 2017 by Italian shipyard Rossinavi, Endeavour 2 combines
built in 2003 by America’s oldest boatbuilder Hodgdon Yachts,
lustrous beauty with sheer power. Fuelled by twin Rolls-Royce
47m Asolare (ex Scheherazade) is a true masterpiece. She was,
Marine engines, this award-winning 50m tri-deck explorer
at the time of her launch, the largest cold-molded sailing yacht
superyacht has a top speed of 16 knots and was designed for long
ever built, and no detail was overlooked in her creation. As well
range cruising, perfect for more adventurous charters. Fully
as deploying cutting edge technology, Hodgdon's skilled
customised and with sleek interior styling by Salvagni Architetti,
carvers painstakingly produced unique sculptures as well as
Endeavour 2 can accommodate ten guests in five exquisite
hundreds of individually hand-carved sea motif decorations for
staterooms. The capacious full-beam Owner’s suite with private
Asolare’s elegant interior, designed by the revered Winch
deck is located on the main deck and is flooded with natural light
Design. Her hull and frames were crafted from a 600-year-old
thanks to the yacht’s extensive use of glass. On the lower deck,
Douglas Fir and a 300-year-old Western Red Cedar tree, while
Endeavour 2’s VIP suite with private salon is convertible into two
her functions are fully up to date, controlled using touch screens
double staterooms, offering plenty of flexibility. When not cruising,
and joy sticks. With accommodation for up to six guests in a
family and friends will be kept entertained by Endeavour 2’s
master suite and two twin staterooms, and an incredible array of
incredible selection of toys, including jet skis, wakeboards and
water toys and accessories, Asolare would make for an
Seabobs, while two tenders, including a 7m/23' limousine tender,
exceptional family charter in the Mediterranean.
will transport you to land in style.
FOR CHARTER
FOR CHARTER
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TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
BL ACKC AT 50 NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE
TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
L E L FOR CHARTER Launched in 2020 and brand new to the charter market, LEL is an entirely bespoke superyacht, built to exacting standards by Italian shipyard Rossinavi. Boasting the largest beach club ever seen on a 50m yacht, LEL was designed by Florence-based studio Luca Dini for pure pleasure. Capable of speeds of up to 23 knots, LEL’s sporty design belies her luxurious internal spaces. Huge windows and vast open decks seamlessly link the yacht with the breath taking scenery beyond, and everything in the elegant and contemporary interiors is custom made – right down to the light switches. Other highlights include a crystal veranda leading out to spacious external deck areas, an
There are catamarans and then there is BlackCat 50. Due for
array of cutting-edge tenders and toys and deck swimming pool.
completion in 2024, this 50m supercat yacht is set to become the
An ideal charter yacht, LEL can accommodate up to 12 guests in six magnificent en suite
largest single-structure carbon yacht in the world and will be
staterooms. The full-beam Owner’s cabin on the main deck has a private balcony – perfect for
capable of making speeds of 30 knots, all in exceptional style.
enjoying a quiet cup of coffee in the morning or an aperitif before dinner. Meanwhile, nine crew will
The result of decades of top-flight sailing experience, the
attend to every detail of your cruise.
yacht was conceived by multihull expert and BlackCat founder Mitch Booth, the winner of two Olympic medals and numerous world titles. Yacht designer Malcolm McKeon and M2 Atelier have been appointed for the interiors, with North Technology Group assisting with the sail plan, rigging and sails themselves, while Baltic Yachts have been selected for the construction. The result will be a flawless high performance catamaran, with 320sqm of interior space, glass-wrapped overheads, accommodation for up to 10 guests and 12 crew and an array of layout options to suit your lifestyle.
O TA M CN E WUCSO NTS T OR U CMT I O N RF O RAS ANL E G E 1 1 5 For the client who doesn’t simply desire a yacht but wishes to create their ideal project, the OTAM Custom Range 115 is a truly unique proposition. Following on from the award-winning Gipsy, this is the second launch from the distinguished Italian shipyard’s Aluminium Custom Range. With sleek and bold exterior lines inspired by the aeronautical and automotive worlds designed by BG Design Firm, this bespoke new-build 30m yacht is due for completion in 2023 and is entirely customisable both externally and internally. Choose between a three-engine configuration with MTU 2600-hp engines and a KaMeWa waterjet central booster for a top speed of 44 knots and a cruising speed of a zippy 32 knots, or twin MTU engines for a top speed of 35 knots and a cruising speed of 28 knots. Eight guests can be accommodated in four staterooms including a full-beam Owner’s suite, and the layout can still be adapted for specific requirements. Extensive glazing provides panoramic sea views from the open-plan salon and dining area, and the Owner could choose to include a gym, spa or generous pantry for the best possible on board dining experience. The choice is yours.
C E N T U R Y X NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE There are superyachts and there are those which go beyond the wildest imaginings of possibility. Century X will be one such yacht. Due for delivery in 2024, she was penned in partnership with
exterior
designer
Christopher
Seymour
and
design
consultant Carl Esch, with technical support from the renowned Fincantieri Yachts. This 110m megayacht’s sleek lines and classic silhouette will delight purists, but it is her interior which truly sets her apart. With nearly 3000sqm of space – a staggering 1400sqm of which is dedicated solely to the Owner and their guests – Century X is more luxury resort than yacht. With opulent interiors by the acclaimed Berlin-based designer Theodoros Fotiadis, she offers seven beautifully appointed staterooms for 14 guests who can spread out across four vast decks, all served by an elevator (as well as 27 crew). Century X offers a choice of no less than four freshwater pools to dip in, and the oversized beach club featuring beautiful waterfalls is a real standout feature. A state-of-the-art gym with a sauna and massage centre, cinema lounge with an adjoining bar, helipad and an enclosed aft tender store filled with tenders and toys will provide endless entertainment possibilities. This is a yacht created for a luxury lifestyle.
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TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
BL ACKC AT 50 NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE
TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
L E L FOR CHARTER Launched in 2020 and brand new to the charter market, LEL is an entirely bespoke superyacht, built to exacting standards by Italian shipyard Rossinavi. Boasting the largest beach club ever seen on a 50m yacht, LEL was designed by Florence-based studio Luca Dini for pure pleasure. Capable of speeds of up to 23 knots, LEL’s sporty design belies her luxurious internal spaces. Huge windows and vast open decks seamlessly link the yacht with the breath taking scenery beyond, and everything in the elegant and contemporary interiors is custom made – right down to the light switches. Other highlights include a crystal veranda leading out to spacious external deck areas, an
There are catamarans and then there is BlackCat 50. Due for
array of cutting-edge tenders and toys and deck swimming pool.
completion in 2024, this 50m supercat yacht is set to become the
An ideal charter yacht, LEL can accommodate up to 12 guests in six magnificent en suite
largest single-structure carbon yacht in the world and will be
staterooms. The full-beam Owner’s cabin on the main deck has a private balcony – perfect for
capable of making speeds of 30 knots, all in exceptional style.
enjoying a quiet cup of coffee in the morning or an aperitif before dinner. Meanwhile, nine crew will
The result of decades of top-flight sailing experience, the
attend to every detail of your cruise.
yacht was conceived by multihull expert and BlackCat founder Mitch Booth, the winner of two Olympic medals and numerous world titles. Yacht designer Malcolm McKeon and M2 Atelier have been appointed for the interiors, with North Technology Group assisting with the sail plan, rigging and sails themselves, while Baltic Yachts have been selected for the construction. The result will be a flawless high performance catamaran, with 320sqm of interior space, glass-wrapped overheads, accommodation for up to 10 guests and 12 crew and an array of layout options to suit your lifestyle.
O TA M CN E WUCSO NTS T OR U CMT I O N RF O RAS ANL E G E 1 1 5 For the client who doesn’t simply desire a yacht but wishes to create their ideal project, the OTAM Custom Range 115 is a truly unique proposition. Following on from the award-winning Gipsy, this is the second launch from the distinguished Italian shipyard’s Aluminium Custom Range. With sleek and bold exterior lines inspired by the aeronautical and automotive worlds designed by BG Design Firm, this bespoke new-build 30m yacht is due for completion in 2023 and is entirely customisable both externally and internally. Choose between a three-engine configuration with MTU 2600-hp engines and a KaMeWa waterjet central booster for a top speed of 44 knots and a cruising speed of a zippy 32 knots, or twin MTU engines for a top speed of 35 knots and a cruising speed of 28 knots. Eight guests can be accommodated in four staterooms including a full-beam Owner’s suite, and the layout can still be adapted for specific requirements. Extensive glazing provides panoramic sea views from the open-plan salon and dining area, and the Owner could choose to include a gym, spa or generous pantry for the best possible on board dining experience. The choice is yours.
C E N T U R Y X NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE There are superyachts and there are those which go beyond the wildest imaginings of possibility. Century X will be one such yacht. Due for delivery in 2024, she was penned in partnership with
exterior
designer
Christopher
Seymour
and
design
consultant Carl Esch, with technical support from the renowned Fincantieri Yachts. This 110m megayacht’s sleek lines and classic silhouette will delight purists, but it is her interior which truly sets her apart. With nearly 3000sqm of space – a staggering 1400sqm of which is dedicated solely to the Owner and their guests – Century X is more luxury resort than yacht. With opulent interiors by the acclaimed Berlin-based designer Theodoros Fotiadis, she offers seven beautifully appointed staterooms for 14 guests who can spread out across four vast decks, all served by an elevator (as well as 27 crew). Century X offers a choice of no less than four freshwater pools to dip in, and the oversized beach club featuring beautiful waterfalls is a real standout feature. A state-of-the-art gym with a sauna and massage centre, cinema lounge with an adjoining bar, helipad and an enclosed aft tender store filled with tenders and toys will provide endless entertainment possibilities. This is a yacht created for a luxury lifestyle.
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TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
T R AV E L FEATURE
PHOENIX T R A N S F O R M AT I O N F O R S A L E Few yachts live up to their name quite like Phoenix will. Originally built in 1968 by Dutch shipyard E.J. Smit & Zoon as a commercial vessel, Phoenix will, like her namesake, rise from the ashes as a bespoke explorer superyacht. Having spent the first 30 years of her life laying cables in the North Sea, Phoenix’s second coming reimagined her as the dated yacht Sir Arthur J. She has now been stripped back to her bare hull at the ICT shipyard in Turkey, ready for her next Owner to realise her potential.
The
newly-rendered
exterior
and
interior
by
renowned Omega Architects sees Phoenix become a 58m explorer with an 11,000-nautical mile range and the option to fully customise the entire yacht design. The new renderings propose that the Owner’s stateroom gains a 2500sqm main deck, private terrace and a luxurious en suite. Five further staterooms on the lower deck, designed with contrasting elements of soft leather, brass, marble and European oak, offer accommodation for 10 further guests. A cinema, beach club, pool, space for three tenders and the option to add a helipad will make Phoenix the perfect yacht for the adventurous Owner. As a proven vessel, Phoenix is the perfect solution for the time-challenged Owner seeking a customisable yacht.
SF O ROS AAL E R& CIHNA R TGE R Launched in 2020, this striking 68m superyacht from renowned German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen is an elegant new addition to the Ocean Independence sales and charter fleet. With exceptional interior styling by Bremen-based Focus Yacht Design, Soaring can welcome 12 guests in six opulent staterooms, each finished with custom made artworks. The master suite, located on the aft upper deck, has sliding doors onto the private Owner's aft deck, while on the deck forward you’ll find a library with a sensational view. Accommodation for 17 crew will ensure a relaxed luxury yachting experience. Soaring’s toy box is hard to beat, with a flotilla of three beautiful tenders and toys including Seadoos, Seabobs, wakeboards and electric mountain bikes plus scooters for onshore adventuring. The well-equipped gym is best followed by a relax in the steam room and spa, or a glass of champagne in the deck Jacuzzi. By night, Soaring’s underwater lighting system provides a mesmerising spectacle.
C L O C K W I SE F ROM T OP C halet Edelweis s , C ourchevel 18 5 0 ; C halet S apphire, Morzine ; C halet C houqui, Verbier
SEA TO SKI
From the BEST LOCATIONS to the most luxurious accommodation, discover PURSUIT’s edit of the FINEST SKI CHALETS in Europe to book now
SF OPR IS AIL EP Sailing yachts don’t come with a finer pedigree than 34m
performance
legendary
naval
sloop architect
SPIIP.
Designed
Germán
Frers
by and
delivered in 2000 by the revered Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman, SPIIP is fresh from a EUR 1.2 million refit in 2021 – including a five-year rig service – and is ready for the next chapter in her story. SPIIP has proven herself time and again on the superyacht regatta scene, winning both the Antigua Superyacht Challenge and the St Barth’s Bucket in 2017. Delivered as Unfurled, SPIIP also won the Best Sailing Yacht in the 23-36m category at the International Superyacht Society Awards 2001. Maintained by her current and past owners with the utmost care, over the years SPIIP has been fitted with new teak decks, LED lighting and a Sonos audio system, had an engine and generator rebuild, and full repaint of her hull, superstructure, mast and boom, among many other services and upgrades. With a top speed of 11 knots and accommodation for six guests and four crew, SPIIP provides for both performance and pleasure. Interiors by Winch Design in collaboration with Oliver Sterling crafted from beautiful blonde woods are naturally lit by large picture windows, and the family-friendly guest cockpit and expansive foredeck make SPIIP a yacht for cruising in style.
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T
here may be a while to wait before you can get back on the water, but ski season is upon us. While Europe boasts some of the best ski resorts in the world, the challenge is finding a chalet which will exceed expectations, combining easy access to incredible skiing with unparalleled accommodation. The Owner of Chalet Sapphire in Morzine set out with that very goal when they determined to build the ultimate luxury ski chalet. After a five-year search for the perfect location, they discovered a plot a short flat walk into the village, 500m from the nearest ski lift and with breathtaking views. Spread across 720sqm, Chalet Sapphire sleeps 12 in six exquisitely appointed en suite bedrooms. The exceptional Bamford Spa is a destination in its own right. Wellness treats include an indoor pool with massage jets, an eight-person hot tub, outdoor barrel sauna, Hammam, ice chamber, treatment room and hydrotherapy shower, as well as an airconditioned gym. After an exhilarating day on the slopes, a Michelin-trained chef will prepare six-course Japaneseinspired tasting menus, afternoon tea and gourmet evening meals, and the fully-staffed bar with pool table, wine cellar and cinema room ensure there’s plenty of entertainment as night falls. Further south in Courchevel 1850, you’ll find Chalet Edelweiss: undisputedly the largest ski chalet in Europe at 3,200sqm set over seven decadent floors. Located in the exclusive Residence de Bellecôte area, its ski-in/ski-out status on the side of the blue Bellecôte piste, easy access to the Trois Vallées network and three-minute walk to
town make Chalet Edelweiss hard to beat. With eight beautiful bedroom suites – one of which occupies the entire top f loor – a huge ski room, 14m pool, Jacuzzi and Hammam, massage rooms, fullyequipped gym, cinema room and its own private nightclub, big enough for 100 people, Edelweiss plays the ultimate host. Admire British owner Chris Levett’s priceless collection of art, including pieces by Pablo Picasso and Damien Hirst, mixed in with the handsome alpine-inspired interiors. Twelve live-in staff, including two dedicated butlers and an experienced team of British, French and Italian chefs will cater to your every whim. Meanwhile, in Switzerland, Chalet Chouqui is truly the jewel in Verbier’s crown. At over 950sqm, comprising two interconnecting chalets, Chouqui sleeps up to 16 adults and four children – a property of this scale in Verbier is a rare find indeed. The chalet’s unrivalled location offers uninterrupted views of the Mont Blanc massif, best enjoyed, drink in hand, from the large south-facing terrace with its sunken hot tub, vast fire pit and alfresco dining area. Inside, refined interiors by acclaimed London interior designer Gytha Nuttal and state-of-the-art John Cullen lighting set the tone. Enjoy a swim in the 15m indoor pool (one of the largest in Verbier) followed by a Hammam. A games room, cinema room, bar and two sitting rooms with open fireplaces ensure there’s plenty to keep your guests entertained, while a dedicated team of ten members of staff and a 24-hour chauffeur service will make your stay at Chalet Chouqui truly effortless.
CHALET CHOUQUI IS TRULY THE JEWEL IN VERBIER’S CROWN
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TOP TEN VISIONARY YACHTS
T R AV E L FEATURE
PHOENIX T R A N S F O R M AT I O N F O R S A L E Few yachts live up to their name quite like Phoenix will. Originally built in 1968 by Dutch shipyard E.J. Smit & Zoon as a commercial vessel, Phoenix will, like her namesake, rise from the ashes as a bespoke explorer superyacht. Having spent the first 30 years of her life laying cables in the North Sea, Phoenix’s second coming reimagined her as the dated yacht Sir Arthur J. She has now been stripped back to her bare hull at the ICT shipyard in Turkey, ready for her next Owner to realise her potential.
The
newly-rendered
exterior
and
interior
by
renowned Omega Architects sees Phoenix become a 58m explorer with an 11,000-nautical mile range and the option to fully customise the entire yacht design. The new renderings propose that the Owner’s stateroom gains a 2500sqm main deck, private terrace and a luxurious en suite. Five further staterooms on the lower deck, designed with contrasting elements of soft leather, brass, marble and European oak, offer accommodation for 10 further guests. A cinema, beach club, pool, space for three tenders and the option to add a helipad will make Phoenix the perfect yacht for the adventurous Owner. As a proven vessel, Phoenix is the perfect solution for the time-challenged Owner seeking a customisable yacht.
SF O ROS AAL E R& CIHNA R TGE R Launched in 2020, this striking 68m superyacht from renowned German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen is an elegant new addition to the Ocean Independence sales and charter fleet. With exceptional interior styling by Bremen-based Focus Yacht Design, Soaring can welcome 12 guests in six opulent staterooms, each finished with custom made artworks. The master suite, located on the aft upper deck, has sliding doors onto the private Owner's aft deck, while on the deck forward you’ll find a library with a sensational view. Accommodation for 17 crew will ensure a relaxed luxury yachting experience. Soaring’s toy box is hard to beat, with a flotilla of three beautiful tenders and toys including Seadoos, Seabobs, wakeboards and electric mountain bikes plus scooters for onshore adventuring. The well-equipped gym is best followed by a relax in the steam room and spa, or a glass of champagne in the deck Jacuzzi. By night, Soaring’s underwater lighting system provides a mesmerising spectacle.
C L O C K W I SE F ROM T OP C halet Edelweis s , C ourchevel 18 5 0 ; C halet S apphire, Morzine ; C halet C houqui, Verbier
SEA TO SKI
From the BEST LOCATIONS to the most luxurious accommodation, discover PURSUIT’s edit of the FINEST SKI CHALETS in Europe to book now
SF OPR IS AIL EP Sailing yachts don’t come with a finer pedigree than 34m
performance
legendary
naval
sloop architect
SPIIP.
Designed
Germán
Frers
by and
delivered in 2000 by the revered Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman, SPIIP is fresh from a EUR 1.2 million refit in 2021 – including a five-year rig service – and is ready for the next chapter in her story. SPIIP has proven herself time and again on the superyacht regatta scene, winning both the Antigua Superyacht Challenge and the St Barth’s Bucket in 2017. Delivered as Unfurled, SPIIP also won the Best Sailing Yacht in the 23-36m category at the International Superyacht Society Awards 2001. Maintained by her current and past owners with the utmost care, over the years SPIIP has been fitted with new teak decks, LED lighting and a Sonos audio system, had an engine and generator rebuild, and full repaint of her hull, superstructure, mast and boom, among many other services and upgrades. With a top speed of 11 knots and accommodation for six guests and four crew, SPIIP provides for both performance and pleasure. Interiors by Winch Design in collaboration with Oliver Sterling crafted from beautiful blonde woods are naturally lit by large picture windows, and the family-friendly guest cockpit and expansive foredeck make SPIIP a yacht for cruising in style.
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T
here may be a while to wait before you can get back on the water, but ski season is upon us. While Europe boasts some of the best ski resorts in the world, the challenge is finding a chalet which will exceed expectations, combining easy access to incredible skiing with unparalleled accommodation. The Owner of Chalet Sapphire in Morzine set out with that very goal when they determined to build the ultimate luxury ski chalet. After a five-year search for the perfect location, they discovered a plot a short flat walk into the village, 500m from the nearest ski lift and with breathtaking views. Spread across 720sqm, Chalet Sapphire sleeps 12 in six exquisitely appointed en suite bedrooms. The exceptional Bamford Spa is a destination in its own right. Wellness treats include an indoor pool with massage jets, an eight-person hot tub, outdoor barrel sauna, Hammam, ice chamber, treatment room and hydrotherapy shower, as well as an airconditioned gym. After an exhilarating day on the slopes, a Michelin-trained chef will prepare six-course Japaneseinspired tasting menus, afternoon tea and gourmet evening meals, and the fully-staffed bar with pool table, wine cellar and cinema room ensure there’s plenty of entertainment as night falls. Further south in Courchevel 1850, you’ll find Chalet Edelweiss: undisputedly the largest ski chalet in Europe at 3,200sqm set over seven decadent floors. Located in the exclusive Residence de Bellecôte area, its ski-in/ski-out status on the side of the blue Bellecôte piste, easy access to the Trois Vallées network and three-minute walk to
town make Chalet Edelweiss hard to beat. With eight beautiful bedroom suites – one of which occupies the entire top f loor – a huge ski room, 14m pool, Jacuzzi and Hammam, massage rooms, fullyequipped gym, cinema room and its own private nightclub, big enough for 100 people, Edelweiss plays the ultimate host. Admire British owner Chris Levett’s priceless collection of art, including pieces by Pablo Picasso and Damien Hirst, mixed in with the handsome alpine-inspired interiors. Twelve live-in staff, including two dedicated butlers and an experienced team of British, French and Italian chefs will cater to your every whim. Meanwhile, in Switzerland, Chalet Chouqui is truly the jewel in Verbier’s crown. At over 950sqm, comprising two interconnecting chalets, Chouqui sleeps up to 16 adults and four children – a property of this scale in Verbier is a rare find indeed. The chalet’s unrivalled location offers uninterrupted views of the Mont Blanc massif, best enjoyed, drink in hand, from the large south-facing terrace with its sunken hot tub, vast fire pit and alfresco dining area. Inside, refined interiors by acclaimed London interior designer Gytha Nuttal and state-of-the-art John Cullen lighting set the tone. Enjoy a swim in the 15m indoor pool (one of the largest in Verbier) followed by a Hammam. A games room, cinema room, bar and two sitting rooms with open fireplaces ensure there’s plenty to keep your guests entertained, while a dedicated team of ten members of staff and a 24-hour chauffeur service will make your stay at Chalet Chouqui truly effortless.
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